When it comes to learning how power washers work and how best to utilize them, the most essential things to know are unfortunately some of the most complicated. 

Luckily, we're joined by pressure washer expert Ben Hagemann from American Pressure to simplify things for you.

As of October 1, we welcomed a new president to Alkota Cleaning Systems, Inc.

Though he's new to this role, Scott Hansen has been with Alkota since 2004, when he began in the inside sales department. 

Throughout his time with our team, Hansen has gained experience in several departments. As president, he looks forward to the opportunity to develop relationships and understanding between all departments, to implement positive change.

Here at Alkota, we’re committed to quality solutions.

That’s why we don’t just sell you a pressure washer. We’re here to partner with you to understand your mess, and help you clean it up.

While we all may be desperately trying to hang on to the last days of summer, those cool fall nights are a reminder that winter is not far off. Anybody who has worked in a shop through one of those long and brutal winters knows that it’s never any fun to face cold weather unprepared. 

No one really likes a frozen worksite. And if there is an award for suffering through the frigid temps, we’ve never heard of it.

Now is the perfect time to start thinking about how you’ll warm your space this winter, starting with which type of heater is right for you.

Here are some general guidelines to follow when making your decision.

Last month we celebrated 35 years since Alkota Manufacturing Company transitioned to Alkota Cleaning Systems, Inc. And in these last 35 years, in many ways not much has changed. But in other ways, everything has changed.

We’re constantly striving for improvement and ensuring our technology meets and exceeds industry standards. 

But our commitment to problem solving and finding the perfect fit for our customers? That has never wavered.

We know that it is important that you have not only the best equipment, but the equipment that is right for the job. At Alkota we pride ourselves on working through our network of distributors to help you find the perfect pressure washer for your situation. We do that by asking the right questions. Below we have put together a list of things to consider, and questions to ask yourself before committing to your next pressure washer.